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The SMC50WIN software is a handy utility that supports Anaheim Automation’s line of PCL501 and
PCL511 step motor controllers. Connecting your PC to the controller, via a serial cable, the SMC-
50WIN software can easily perform the following tasks:
•
Exercise and monitor the controller
•
Write and edit stored programs for stand-alone operation
•
Directly communicate with the controller
Section 3: SMC50WIN Software
Installation
Software
•
The SMC50WIN is supplied on a CD, containing the setup program and the SMC50WIN
software.
•
SMC50WIN software is compatible with all versions of Windows including Windows
2000, Windows XP, Vista, and Windows 7.
Windows 95/98/NT/ME/2000/XP Installation
Option 1
1. Insert the CD into the drive
2. From the Program Manager select
Start │
Run
3. Enter
D:\setup
and click
OK
- use the appropriate drive letter (i.e.
D
or
E
)
Option 2
1. Open Windows Explorer
2. Open CD Drive Folder (D: or E:)
3. Double Click the setup Icon
Getting Started
1. Double click on the SMC50WIN icon to run the SMC50WIN software.
2. Apply power to the controller unit.
3. Set the appropriate communication setting by selecting Setup
│
Com Port Settings
from the menu bar. (Ctrl+M is a shortcut)
4. Establish communications with the controller by clicking on the Connect Icon, or select
Setup
│
Connect from the menu bar. If the unit is connected properly, the program will
notify you when communication has been established. (Ctrl+C is a shortcut)
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